Breakfast Apple Crumble

Agata
by Agata
2 servings
35 min

There’s something about a warm, slightly sweet breakfast that just makes the day feel right. If you’re tired of the same old oatmeal or scrambled eggs, why not mix things up with this cozy Breakfast Apple Crumble? It’s healthy, super easy to make, and packed with flavors that’ll make you feel like you’re getting a little treat first thing in the morning.

With tender, spiced apples, a crispy, oat-filled topping, and just the right amount of natural sweetness, it's like having dessert for breakfast—but without the guilt!

What a cosy way to fuel your day!


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Here's why you will love this recipe!

  • Simple ingredients: You probably already have most of these in your kitchen.
  • Healthy twist: We use oats, nuts, and a touch of honey, so you’re getting fibre, healthy fats, and a naturally sweet flavour.
  • Customizable: You can swap in your favorite fruits, nuts, or even add some spices like cinnamon or ginger for extra warmth.

In my recipe, I used milled flaxseeds - this is a staple in my kitchen and I always have a bag ready for some extra fibre in my breakfasts and bakes. I get mine really cheap from Lidl.

If you can't get this where you live, feel free to swap it out for almond flour, oat flour, coconut flour, or any other milled seed you might have!

This crumble is everything you want in a morning dish: hearty, comforting, and satisfying. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to throw together, making it a perfect weekend breakfast or a special weekday treat when you need a little extra cozy energy to get going. The beauty of this recipe is that it’s customizable to your taste and dietary needs, so whether you’re gluten-free, vegan, or just looking for a lighter alternative to traditional crumble recipes, this one fits the bill.

Recipe details
  • 2  servings
  • Prep time: 10 Minutes Cook time: 25 Minutes Total time: 35 min
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Ingredients

  • 2 apples
  • 2tsp cinnamon 
  • 1tsp nutmeg
  • 2tbsp honey / maple syrup if vegan (one tbsp for the apples and one for the crumble)
  • 75g oats
  • 50g favourite fruit and nut mixed, chopped roughly
  • 50g milled flaxseed*
  • 60g peanut butter 
Instructions

Preheat your oven to 150c
Cut the apples into bite sized pieces, mix with cinnamon, nutmeg and 1 tbsp of honey (or your vegan substitute)
Place in an overproof dish
In a large bowl, using a spatula or your hands, mix together the remaining ingredients
Put the crumble on top of the apples
Bake at 150c for 25-30 minutes 
Pop it in a bowl with your favourite yoghurt or plant based alternative - I used a rhubarb kefir which was a perfectly tangy balance to the apples
Tips
  • *In my recipe, I used milled flaxseeds - this is a staple in my kitchen and I always have a bag ready for some extra fibre in my breakfasts and bakes. I get mine really cheap from Lidl.
  • If you can't get this where you live, feel free to swap it out for almond flour, oat flour, coconut flour, or any other milled seed you might have!
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